State v. Kagonyera / Wilcoxson

About the Case

In State v. Kagonyera and Wilcoxson, the Commission conducted a hearing on April 28 and 29, 2011. The Commission voted unanimously that there was sufficient evidence of factual innocence to merit judicial review. At that time, the case was referred to a three-judge panel.

The three-judge panel hearing was held in Buncombe County from September 12, 2011 through September 22, 2011. At the conclusion of the hearing, the three-judge panel ruled that Mr. Kagonyera and Mr. Wilcoxson had proven their innocence by clear and convincing evidence. Mr. Kagonyera and Mr. Wilcoxson exonerated.

The documents presented at the Commission hearing became public record and are included here. The transcript of the Commission hearing is available for viewing ONLY. If you would like to purchase a copy of the hearing transcript please contact Court Reporting Services at 919-832-4114 or crsdepo@crsdepo.com.

Documents related to the three judge panel are held by the Clerk of Court in the county of conviction and are not managed by the Commission. You may contact the Buncombe County Clerk of Court regarding any documents related to the three judge panel.